Why February’s Black Moon could make you angry or signal in the apocalypse – but is a good time to cut your nails

Madcap theories in ancient texts and astrology suggest the rare months without any full moons can affect our moods, turning serne beings into people full of hatred and revenge - and even change how our hair grows

By James Cox

9th February 2018, 5:20 am

Updated: 9th February 2018, 5:31 am

FEBRUARY will see the first Black Moon for 19 years - and it could mean a lot of freaky stuff.

There are a few definitions of Black Moon, but this month it takes place as a calendar month without a full moon.

February is the only time this can happen due to its fewer amount of days.

But the Black Moon, sometimes referred to as th Dark Moon, may be just as spooky as its name suggests.

Some believe the phenomenon may usher in the end of the world.

Amanda Cooper, for the San Diego Entertainer, reveals: "There are many superstitions about the black moon and many are fearing the worst with its arrival.

It will be tricky to spot the rare celestial event

"One theorist states that the black moon signals the end of the world and the end of all life on earth.

"I guess all we can do is wait."

In some aspects of paganism, especially Wiccans, a black moon is considered a special time when spells and rituals are considered to be more powerful and effective.

However, in some belief systems, they think that rituals and other workings should not be carried out during this time.

Astrologers also believe that you should trim your NAILS and hair at the start of each lunar calendar, as there is evidence the movements of the moon can affect growth.

Kimberly Peta Dewhirst, of MindBodyGreen.com said: "It’s widely accepted by farmers and gardeners that the moon supports the planting of crops for a better harvest, and many use the lunar phases in their biodynamic planting, but the discovery that the moon could dictate how hair grew was music to my ears.

"I find it very difficult not to follow the lunar cycle in my beauty routine — I’m a total convert."

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The UK was just treated to a full blue supermoon seen here kissing London's Walkie Talkie in January

According to teachings in the Eastern influenced Dark Moon Lillith, a Dark Moon period can also bring a Dark Moon Lillith - which can make "serene beings become blinded with hatred and revenge."

"It happens at that time of the month when the moon passes through the same part of the sky as the sun and as such, the moon's dark or un-illuminated side faces Earth."

This is not to be confused with a blue moon - a different lunar phenomenon.

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